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Definition of bellflower

bellflower

/ˈbɛlˌflaʊ.ər/
bell · flow · er
Plural:bellflowers
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bellflower Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of numerous plants of the genus Campanula (and related genera within the family Campanulaceae), native primarily to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere and characterized by their distinctively bell-shaped, usually blue or purple flowers.

Example

"She planted a vibrant border of creeping bellflowers to attract native pollinators to the garden."

2

The individual bell-shaped blossom or bloom of a campanula plant.

Example

"The delicate bellflower nodded gently as a sudden afternoon breeze swept across the meadow."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From English 'bell' + 'flower', coined in reference to the distinctive, pendulous, cup-like or bell-like shape of the plant's corolla.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bellflower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bellflower
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